noun
- the process of making something English in character, form, or language; adoption of English customs, language, or culture
Usage: British spelling; American spelling is 'anglicization'; often used in historical or cultural contexts
Examples
- The anglicisation of Welsh place names occurred gradually over several centuries.
- Many Irish families underwent anglicisation after the Norman conquest.
- The anglicisation of the Indian elite was a significant aspect of colonial rule.
- Language experts debate the anglicisation of technical terminology in science.
- The anglicisation of immigrant communities was slower in rural areas than in cities.